This October, the Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) joins the nation in celebrating Indigenous Peoples Month and the 26th Commemoration of the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA) with the theme, “Pagpapayaman ng Pamanang Kultural at Katutubong Yaman tungo sa mas Maliwanag na Kinabukasan para sa Bagong Pilipinas.”
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is a home of diverse cultural identities, which include various indigenous groups. Thus, MSSD and the entire Bangsamoro Government are committed to ensuring that indigenous peoples and communities are not only acknowledged but also represented, heard, and included in the development agenda. This includes providing them access to equal opportunities and essential social services.
We continue to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our indigenous peoples for their invaluable contributions in preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Bangsamoro region.
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